Hip pocket
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Mortgage giving you heart palpitations? Try CPR
One in five Aussies now have to hand over more than half of their wage for their home loan, according to new research. But there is a solution.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
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Bonds, corporate bonds: The reliable but unpopular investment
The global bond market is roughly three times the size of the global equity market, yet bonds don’t get much love from everyday investors.
- by Dominic Powell
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You’ve finally saved a house deposit. Now what?
You might feel like beelining for your closest weekend auction, but it can be prudent to take your time.
- by Dominic Powell
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Fuel for thought: Do you really need a second car?
If there’s one thing that Australia loves – aside from being girt and celebrating our awkward breakdancing athletes – it’s cars.
- by Dominic Powell
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A mortgage where the bank pays you? Yes, but beware the pitfalls
Reverse mortgages have become increasingly popular as a way for older Australians to access an income stream via their home, without having to sell it.
- by Dominic Powell
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For real life: The insurance you might have without knowing
You might already have basic life insurance without realising. But should you upgrade?
- by Dominic Powell
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From Grange to loose change: How to turn your hobby into a money spinner
If you enjoy collecting items such as wine, coins or stamps, you could be sitting on a nice little nest egg.
- by Dominic Powell
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What’s the go with crypto: Is Bitcoin still a good investment?
For genuine investors who are interested in the crypto space but know little about it, the confusing and unregulated industry can pose a daunting barrier to entry.
- by Dominic Powell
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On the fly: How to manage money when you travel overseas
Australia is back in a travel boom, with overseas tourist numbers outstripping pre-pandemic levels for the first time.
- by Dominic Powell
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Netflix, handbags and sunnies: The surprising tax deductions you might be entitled to
Without the help of a tax agent, it can be difficult to keep track of all the things you might be able to claim.
- by Dominic Powell
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A stage 3 payday is on the way. Here’s how to maximise it
Take-home pays are set to rise from the end of this month thanks to the stage 3 tax cuts. Don’t let your newfound wealth go to waste.
- by Dominic Powell
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